Lac de Morcenx is a compact 23-hectare reservoir in the Landes offering solid mixed fishing for carp, catfish, pike and tench in a quiet, scenic setting—ideal if you want a break from busy commercial venues. Day-only fishing and bank access suit anglers who prefer a relaxed pace, though the 497-mile trek from Calais makes it better as part of a broader trip rather than a dedicated destination. You'll need a French fishing licence and to join the local AAPPMA; contact FDAAPPMA 40 for current rules and access details.
Night fishing at Lac de Morcenx is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. The Landes 2026 night carp arrêté covers: Cazaux-Sanguinet, Aureilhan, Léon, Soustons, Étang Hardy, Étang Blanc, Étang Turc, Étang Garros, and specific Adour/Gave river sections. This lake is not among them. Source: peche-landes.com Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Morcenx under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Landes card. Verify current opening status at peche-landes.com.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 40 / AAPPMA locale. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de Morcenx holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, tench, bream, black bass. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac de Morcenx — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 40 / AAPPMA locale. Licences are available online before your trip.
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2nd Category water. Carp/coarse: open all year. Pike: 25 Apr 2026–31 Jan 2027 (closed Feb–Apr). Zander/Perch/Catfish: all year. Pike season as above.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (FDAAPPMA 40 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac de Morcenx, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 40 / AAPPMA locale is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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